Tostones (Fried Plantains)
Serves: 3
Llewellyn Gorczany
1 January 1970
Based on User reviews:
47
Spice
53
Sweetness
54
Sourness
42
mins
Prep time (avg)
5.5
Difficulty
Ingredients:
2 cups
Vegetable Oil (for frying)Directions:
1
Heat the oil in a heavy skillet over medium heat
2
Place a few plantain slices in the oil, and cook until lightly golden in color, about three minutes
3
Drain on paper towels
4
Repeat with the remaining slices
5
While the plantain slices are still warm, place them one at a time between two sheets of wax paper, and flatten by hand to 1/4 inch thick
6
Return flattened slices to the skillet, and continue frying until golden brown
7
Drain on paper towels, and season with salt and garlic powder